I admit I wasn't diligent in noting the oil level when the dealer changed it last, but I was surprised when I saw that it was close to low. I added a bit to get it back (about 1/4 quart) to almost full.

Have there been problems with oil burning on these cars? I see no evidence of leaks.

Thanks

 

running rp 5-30 I haven't noticed any loss of oil/burning. at 7,xxxmi.

 

havent noticed anything at nearly 18000 miles

 

no loss of oil here 51,000 miles and counting

 

r your sure your using thet right oil filter and good oil, i use 5-20 royal purp and an K&N oil filter, and the car is beautiful, no problems whatsoever

 

I had the Honda dealership do it. Honda filter and oil. good oil? I couldn't say

 

well there shouldn't be any oil burning at all. look under the car and see if u can see any oil spots. usually on imports there's a gasket on the drain plugs that have to be replaced every oil change. if u don't replace them they wear out.

 

Not really a gasket...they call that a "crush washer"

But yeah, the function is the same.

 

I was burning oil and it came down the the valves. The dealership replaced the entire head for me for free and since then i have had no problems.

 

Thanks for the note. I hope I don't have that issue but I'll definitely keep an eye out for it!

 

My Fit burns oil. You can smell it constantly if the car is running.
I check it often, so far it doesnt seem to be leaving the motor.

Last time I did an oil change it was close to a quart low. So far its staying full.
I havent lost any power and my MPG is still great so I know its not rings.
Plus, if it sits for a while at idle and you tap the gas itll puff blue smoke.

My guess was rings.

 

i have to add oil at 2500-300 miles about a quart since new now at 36000. dont smell anything see anything ???

 

That seems to be similar to mine. Im at 38k

 

Any plans to do a compression test on it Ray?

 

I had thoughts about doing it. Guess it wouldnt hurt?
For some reason I have no drive to work on my Fit, unless its adding accessories.

Hahh